(1) The Department of Education shall award grants to school districts and public charter schools for the purpose of meeting the physical education requirements of ORS 329.496.
(2) A district or school that receives a grant may use the grant to:
(a) Hire teachers who specialize in physical education; and
(b) Provide in-service training to teachers on the academic content standards for physical education and the requirements of ORS 329.496.
(3) The department shall determine:
(a) The amount of a grant;
(b) The criteria for awarding a grant; and
(c) The process for awarding grants.
(4) The State Board of Education may adopt any rules necessary to administer this section. [2007 c.839 §10]
Note: See note under 329.498.